Pupils and teachers gathered in front of the St Dominic Savio mural at the school

Our School

A Catholic nursery and primary school in Gisenyi, Rubavu District, in Rwanda’s Western Province.

Let Our School Speak for Itself

École Malaïka St Dominic Savio is more than just a school — it is a nurturing space where minds grow, values flourish, and every child is empowered to become the best version of themselves.

We take pride in our faith-based learning, high standards of education, and strong partnership with parents and the wider community.

Dedicated Teachers

Educators committed to academic excellence and moral growth.

Faith & Values

A Catholic school under the patronage of St Dominic Savio.

Community Spirit

A strong sense of family and belonging, where every child is known, valued and supported.

Nursery pupils in school uniform seated together at a school ceremony

Our Vision & Mission

Educating the whole child — academically, spiritually and socially.

Our Vision

To nurture inspired learners and compassionate individuals who are prepared to lead, serve, and transform the world through education, values, and holistic development.

Our Mission

At École Malaïka St Dominic Savio, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and faith-based learning environment that empowers students academically, spiritually, and socially to reach their fullest potential.

The portrait of St Dominic Savio painted on the wall of the school

Our Patron, St Dominic Savio

Malaïka means “angel” in Kiswahili. Our patron, St Dominic Savio, was a young pupil of St John Bosco. He is remembered for his kindness, his faith and the care he gave to everyday duties — an example for every child in our school.

His portrait is painted on the wall of our school.

2 April 1842

Born at Riva, near Chieri, in Piedmont, Italy.

1854

Becomes a pupil of St John Bosco at the Oratory in Turin.

9 March 1857

Dies at home in Mondonio, aged 14.

12 June 1954

Canonised by Pope Pius XII. His feast day is 6 May.

École Malaïka crest: Excellence en éducation intégrale

Our Crest & Motto

Our crest shows a rising sun and an open book marked A and Z on a blue shield, crossed by the name of the school. Beneath it is our motto, which means excellence in educating the whole child.

Excellence en éducation intégrale

Come and See Our School

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